Open World Leadership Center

Ukraine

Recent Program Highlights

“More than 3,300 Ukrainians have participated in the Open World program and its network of rising star alumni in key government agencies and throughout the private sector has helped move forward the reforms that the Ukrainian people, its government and we at the Embassy support.”

-Ambassador Marie YovanovitchU.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, 2016-Present

Ukrainian social entrepreneurs with Rep. Jim Bridenstine (OK-01) (center) at his Capitol Hill office in Washington, D.C. in March 2018.

Tajikistan

Recent Program Highlights

“Delegates were inspired by their Open World meetings with Members of Congress and how they advocated to improve the lives of their constituents while acknowledging budgetary constraints.”

-Jill Blondin, Ph.D.Director of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Globe and Local Host Coordinator

Tajik Members of Parliament with Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (NE-01) (left of center) at his Capitol Hill office in Washington, D.C. in April 2018.

Azerbaijan

Recent Program Highlights

“Disability advocates and legal professionals were excited to collaborate with Open World delegates from Azerbaijan in Reno, NV. It was an opportunity for the Reno community to showcase the actions that the U.S. has taken towards providing accessibly for all. Open World’s program mutually benefited the Reno community and the delegates which was essential in building bridges between our countries.”